Back to School Tip #1: Picture Day
Little kids are busy and never sit still when you want them to however we were able to get some pictures done granted C cried through the entire session so I will not be sharing his. What can I say, my son is a little diva. J however smiled and did her silly faces in true J-like style. Our photoshoot plan was pretty simple: I asked them to hold up a blank surface and then edited it to place what grades they will be going in. Instead, I came up with this:
Back to School Tip #2: Talk About It
J hates surprises and loves to be eased into things. I have previously made mistakes of not telling her that she had family coming to visit and she sat and stared at them for over an hour- I decided to do all changes smoothly from then on. Every day for about 2 weeks I would remind her and say, “You are growing up! Did you know that you start kindergarten soon?” This clearly worked as everyone J comes into contact with now knows she is in kindergarten and she is so excited about it.Back to School Tip #3: Special Breakfast
On the 6th of July (the night before our first day) I asked J what she wanted for her special breakfast. Her response was hotdogs and so she got hotdogs for breakfast. I am not sure who was more surprised- her because she got what she requested or me because I gave her what she requested.Back to School Tip #4: Choose School Supplies Together
My daughter is a stationery junkie just like her mommy. When the chance came for her to choose what binders, crayons etc. she wanted she was so excited and I was so thankful that I was experiencing this with her. If you want a peak at our list, trust me its not all pens and pencils, then simply click OUR BACK TO HOMESCHOOL CHECK LIST.
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- Back to School Tips for Parents PLUS Visual Morning Chart! by The Preschool Toolbox Blog
- Starting Kindergarten-Books and Activities by Capri + 3
- Back to School: Starting Routines by Tiny Tots Adventures
- Make Back to School Books to Ease the Transition by Fun-A-Day
- Preparing for Preschool: Creative Center in a Box by Powerful Mothering
- How to Plan for Preschool at Home by Mom Inspired Life
- Supporting Preschool Learning at Home by Rainy Day Mum
- How to use Preschool Busy Boxes by Munchkins and Moms
- Prepare a Hands-On Preschool at Home by Life Over C’s
- Setting Literacy Goals by Growing Book by Book
- Traditional Preschool or Homeschool Preschool or Both? by Still Playing School
- Teaching Preschool at Home by Raising Lifelong Learners
- Preparing for School Brings Emotions for Both Parents and Children by The Educator’s Spin On It
Amanda says
I always forget the “special breakfast thing!” We usually end up doing it on the Friday to celebrate the week!
Clarissa H says
I love the idea of offering a special breakfast! Hot dogs sure are an interesting choice! 😉
Kim says
Great ideas! I love how you let her help choose the school supplies! A great way to help her take ownership.
Devany says
The special breakfast is such a sweet idea!
Danielle says
Great tips! I make a special breakfast too!
alecia says
What do you guys make Danielle?
Theresa says
I love the idea of having a special breakfast that can be anything the children choose. In our case we’d need to plan for that 4 days in advance so they would all get a turn!
alecia says
You should totally do that Theresa.
Cerys says
Love the special breakfast idea – as for the first time I have both kids going to school I will take on this and we’ll do it in September.
alecia says
Just prepare yourself for what they might ask for Cerys 😉
Jodie @ Growing Book by Book says
The picture tip is perfect for capturing memories. Love the breakfast idea too!
Nicolette Roux says
That is a great idea for the pics! and we do so love the supply store!!
Natasha says
I have not done a back to school breakfast, but we do a back to school special lunch. I’m going to try the breakfast cause that’s a great way to start your day. I like the picture idea, a great way to capture the before and after look if you take a picture at the end of the year.
The Preschool Toolbox says
I, too, LOVE the special breakfast idea! What a fun way to prepare for a special day! Great tips for getting kids off to school. Thank you!
Colleen Kessler says
Another homeschooling family here — our special breakfast is a trip to Dunkin Donuts on the neighborhood’s first day back. 😉 Gotta have fun where you can.